Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 521

“No, I didn’t. I saw a flicker of light here from the mountain. When I looked through my binoculars, I realized it was you,” Stephan explained.

So, that was what happened.

Felicia nodded. That flickering light must have been from the flashlight she had dropped during her escape. She hadn’t expected Stephan to notice it.

By that logic, gering lost and encountering that massive python that almost got her killed had actually led her to Stephan by sheer chance!

However, he didn’t seem to be seriously injured. Felicia circled him, scrutinizing him closely. She then said, “Your men who returned from the rainforest said you were gravely injured and missing. Thet the entire Russell family is in chaos right now.

‘Oh, and your sister too. If she finds out, she’ll probably be quite shaken…” she added.

As she trailed off, she noticed a subtle change In Stephan’s expression. For a brief moment, his eyes flickered with surprise. He didn’t seem to know

about that at all.

Felicia suddenly realized something and asked in astonishment, “Wait… don’t tell me you didn’t send anyone to report this?”

“I didn’t,” Stephan replied.

about Felicia’s words, but now, it was clear that someone had taken advantage of his inability to communicate with the outside world due to the interference in the rainforest. They had spread

his gaze icy. “Looks like it’s time to

must have other plans in play. Maybe they’re hoping to tum

you really have no shortage of enemies,

you regretting it

impossible, so he gently pressed his forehead against hers instead. He chuckled softly and said, “Didn’t you say you wanted to marry me? It’s too

her tongue and replied sarcastically. “Ugh, what a loss. How I wish I

Stephan shot her an amused glance, his lips curving into a teasing smirk. “Welcome aboard this one–way trip.

pouted, neither agreeing

that moment, several bright beams of light appeared in the distance. Startled, Felicia instinctively

However, he pressed down on her shoulders gently, calming

our people,” he assured

Felicia nodded

hurried footsteps approached, and

saw that the newcomers were Stephan’s men. These were the same trusted subordinates who had been with him

couldn’t follow and had to tale a detour, which was

angled their flashlights away and asked respectfully, “Sir, ma’am,

and head to the nearest location